Relics Exposed in Lake Shasta, part 2

Shasta Dam visitors can see the rusting remains of the partially dismantled head tower, which was used to move buckets of concrete in the construction of Shasta Dam.

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A steep, rocky bank is exposed along the Sacramento River arm of Lake Shasta near Antlers Resort in Lakehead.

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The low water level at Lake Shasta reveals steep banks and muddy flats off Lakeshore Drive.

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Interesting geologic formations are being revealed by Lake Shasta's dropping water levels.

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The draining of Lake Shasta has revealed a weathered bridge that once carried Highway 99 traffic over the Sacramento River. Boaters were using the half-submerged bridge as a ramp at Antlers Resort and Marina off Lakeshore Drive.

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A train trestle sees the light of day as Lake Shasta recedes. The trestle leads to Tunnel No. 5 near the Beehive camping area off Lakeshore Drive.

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The Central Pacific Railroad's former Tunnel No. 6 is an invitation for exploration now that it is no longer under water.